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Why it’s a bad idea to write your own Will

August 20, 2024JRQ

It is relatively easy to find a free Will template on the internet and fairly cheap to buy a Will “kit” from a newsagent or online. There are also websites that have “data collectors” that take your information and create…

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Moving or Travelling with Children After Separation

August 20, 2024JRQ

Navigating the complexities of parenting arrangements after separation or divorce can be challenging, especially when it involves moving house or travelling with children. The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) serves as the foundation for addressing issues related to the care…

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The importance of financial advice in a family law property settlement

May 23, 2024JRQ

Most property settlements are reached through negotiation, without going to court. Negotiations can be formally documented through a binding financial agreement or consent orders. As a last resort, the parties may need to initiate court proceedings whereby orders will be…

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How Mediation Can Help Resolve Your Family Law Matter

March 13, 2024JRQ

Mediation is a valuable and widely utilised method for resolving legal matters. This alternative form of dispute resolution is particularly valuable when it is desirable to maintain a relationship with the other party after the dispute, as is often the…

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The top 5 myths about family law property settlements

January 29, 2024JRQ

Most people know someone who has been affected by a family breakup. It is usually a very stressful and emotional time when people are anxious about the divorce, the property settlement and the emotional wellbeing and care arrangements for children….

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Financial Agreements as an Estate Planning Tool

January 29, 2024JRQ

A Financial Agreement can be an effective tool for couples in managing their estate planning. Financial Agreements allow couples to pre-determine what they quantify as a fair distribution of their finances and assets, in the event of a relationship breakdown,…

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Can I change the locks after my partner and I separate?

January 29, 2024JRQ

Separation is often a challenging and emotionally charged time in a person’s life, usually accompanied by significant decisions regarding living arrangements. One common question that arises during this period is whether it is legally permissible to change the locks on…

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Making Your Will Count – Healthy Will Checklist

October 11, 2023JRQ

It is important for everyone over 18 to have a Will to make sure their wishes are followed and their assets are distributed as they would want after they die. When a person dies without a Will, it is referred…

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Family Law Property Settlements – Is a 50/50 split the starting point?

October 11, 2023JRQ

Following the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship, it is common for separated parties to be unsure and therefore anxious about their entitlements in a property settlement and the assets they are likely to retain. This is only…

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What’s the difference between Parenting Plans and Parenting Orders?

October 11, 2023JRQ

A parenting plan is an informal written parenting agreement that includes parenting and care arrangements for children but has not been formally approved by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA). Parenting orders (or consent orders) are written parenting…

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